Samara

Europe • Samara

Russia

Current local time

08:13:56

Sunday, May 31, 2026

UTC offset

UTC+04:00

No daylight saving changes

Samara does not observe daylight saving time. Clocks stay on UTC+04:00 all year long.

Timezone details

Identifier
Abbreviation
—
Transitioned
May 31, 2021 at 05:00 AM

Location

Latitude
53.2
Longitude
50.15
Country
Russia

Samara Standard Time (SST)

FAQs

Samara Standard Time (SST) is a straightforward, DST-free time zone set at UTC+04:00, used only by Samara in Russia—ideal for teams who prefer a predictable clock year-round.

  • Why doesn’t Samara observe daylight savings?

    Samara Standard Time remains at UTC+04:00 all year, offering stable business hours across seasons without clock changes.

  • How does SST simplify scheduling?

    With no daylight saving transitions, appointments and deadlines stay consistent in Samara Time, reducing confusion.

  • Can I set a permanent reminder for Samara events?

    Yes—since SST never shifts, you can schedule recurring tasks with a fixed UTC+04:00 offset for reliable timing.

  • Is SST unique in Russia?

    Samara stands out with a single-member time zone at UTC+04:00, while other Russian regions often span multiple or shift for DST.